Gravity Media continues Australia expansion strategy with new hires

Andrew Musgrave and Ryan Lester have both been named business development managers

Gravity Media has made two additions to its business development team based in Australia. The expansion reflects the country’s status as a strategic growth target for the company.

Andrew Musgrave and Ryan Lester have both been appointed as business development managers, joining Nigel Naseby, who has a long history of working closely with sporting federations on all manner of content and broadcast projects.

Lester spent two years working on many sports productions at AE.Live Australia. He has also collaborated with major broadcasters such as Fox Sports, Channel 7, ESPN and Sky TV, as well as working on global events including the Olympic Games, the FIFA World Cup and Rugby World Cup.

Musgrave joins Gravity Media with over 20 years of sales leadership experience gained across a range of industries. His previous role was at Boardroom.Media, where his clients included ASX listed companies, fund management firms and professional services firms. Before this, he worked with both the National Stock Exchange of Australia (NSX) and the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX).

The Australian business development team will be responsible for identifying and delivering new opportunities that align with Gravity Media’s core propositions, as well as sustaining productive relationships with existing clients.

John Newton, CEO, Gravity Media, commented: “There are many opportunities for our business to grow in Australia – and bringing Andrew and Ryan into the fold alongside Nigel undoubtedly creates the right team for the job. Between them, they boast over half a century of experience and have deep ties within media, sports, financial markets and banking. We can’t wait to see what they achieve.”

Musgrave said: “I’m pleased to join Gravity Media – this is a great time to be starting a new challenge with the business. It looks like we’re a really strong team, with each member bringing their own unique strengths and contacts. I look forward to working together to expand our business in Australia.”

Lester commented: “Gravity Media’s reputation for client service, agility and technology is what drew me to this role. I can’t wait to help deliver a top-tier experience for existing clients, as well as finding new opportunities for growth.”